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SAINT JOSEPH'S COLLEGE

SCHOOLOF ADULT AND

PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION

BROOKLYN CAMPUS

PHOTOS BY JACQUELINE CLASS OF 2006

Adult and Professional Education Students The Focus of Achievement

June 2006 Dear Saint Joseph's College:

You remember this, don't you? Carol Burnett, at the close of her weekly variety show, would tug on her right earlobe, singing, 'Tm so glad we had this time together. Just have a laugh or sing a song. Seems we just got started and before you know it: It's the time we have to say so long. Goodnight everybody. "Well, St. Joseph's this seems to express the way I feel right now. I'm glad we had this time together.

This has been a positive and powerful journey here at St. Joseph's. Friendships have been made, some long term, and others just for the semester. The professors have invested well in the Class of 2006. I will remember your tests, term papers, red pens, criticisms, corrections and praise. You sharing your personal experiences, your words of wisdom and encouragement. I embrace the future having been taught well, and chal- lenged to go further than my fathers.

I will always remember the little lady, about five feet and a couple of inches tall. It seemed that whenever St. Joseph's was open, she was there. If you didn't know better, you would think that she lived there. She loved the College, the students and her col- leagues. Dr. Maude E. Robinson was the teacher that everybody knew and loved. She not only taught from the textbook, but she taught from life itself. She has left a little of herself with all of us. Just think what the angels are being taught by Dr. Robinson. She is missed, but always remembered.

"I'm so glad we had this time together!" Thank you St. Joseph's. I have reason to cele- brate. My classmates and I are now prepared to embrace the future with hope and great confidence. "And now it's time to say so long. Good night everybody. "

By James Ronald Chambers The Class of 2006

My Transition to College

By Monica Lee

A&P Student

Prior to attending St. Joseph's College, I was ready for a transition. I had worked for twenty plus years in "Corporate America" for not-for-profit and for-profit health insurance companies and managed care HMO's. I had supervised and managed staff. I had conducted analyses and generated report after report. I had trained staff, marketed products, and participated in various decision-making process- es for many years. For three years, I even ran my own desktop publishing business. After 9/11,1 worked for Homeland Security as a trainer. I had accomplished all of these things with only a high school diplo- ma.

During the course of those working years, my Aunt Joan would often ask me, "when are you going to St. Joseph's to enroll? I would reply by saying "one day." Those words became a routine part of our social exchange, and became as common an expression as "have a nice day." My aunt Joan even went so far as to place my name on the College's mailing list. Envelopes large and small would arrive and I would place them off to the side, as one would do with a birthday card after the day had passed.

In all of our lives, life-altering events occur. Mine occurred on December 3, 2003, with the sudden and unexpected death of my father. I grieved his passing every day. During this time, I was not working, and had all the time in the world to be sad, and to think. One dayin the spring of 2004, while doing nothing, nothing but thinking, thinking about life in general and my life specifically, I thought about St. Joseph's. I contemplated all that mail I had received from the College and my aunt's repeated ques- tion, and finally said: "it's time."

After reviewing the course catalog, I decided that I would like to study Community Health and Human Services. Within a few days, I saw my aunt. Of course, she asked that famous question: "When are we going to St. Joseph's to enroll you?" I replied, "When are you free?" The expression on her face was priceless. The following week, I applied for admission.

In the days that followed, I waited nervously to learn whether my application had been accepted. I began to panic contemplating the courses I might have to take, in particular mathematics. The mere thought of math sent terror surging through my body. I remember being assured by my best friend and mother, that everything would be fine. A week later, I received a letter from St. Joseph's: the College was happy to accept me as a student. I remember thinking "that's pretty cool."

I made arrangements to meet with a counselor to map out my future and to register for classes. I met Angela Diaz. What a warm welcome she gave me! I immediately felt as though I belonged here and I instantly knew that my decision to return to school (guided by my Aunt Joan) had been a good one.

My re-introduction to the world of school was influenced by my recollection of my past experiences. I was nervous. The fall semester started, and I attended my first classes. I liked the fact that the cam- pus was small, because my high school had been small. There was congruence between the past and the present. One of my professors had rules and some students perceived him to be rigid and unbend- ing. Professor Michael Latimer informed us that class started at 6:00 p.m. and that anyone arriving after this time would be marked late, and he meant it. He had other rules too, but he also had great expectations for our success. The key to succeeding in his class was to do your work thoroughly and to follow his instructions to the letter. Professor Latimer dressed the part of a professor, right down to

the occasional bow tie and vest. However, on the last day of class, he wore jeans, boots and a cowboy hat, confirming that he was a regular guy.

The next professor was a little woman with a big heart and soul. This teacher brought the text to life through stories and interactions with the students. Dr. Gloria Gasper inspired me to listen and to learn. I once told her, "I get you." I took several Saturday classes with her. When my classes with Dr. Gasper ended, and I had classes with different instructors, I would still pop in on her during lunch and would tell her "that it would not be Saturday without Professor Gasper. "

My PELA mentor, Professor Arthur Dolan, often told us to look for coincidences. He was right, because when I applied to the College, I happened to check "yes" next to the box marked work-study, and shortly after the fall semester began, I received a telephone call inviting me to join the work-study program. I was assigned as a Teacher's Assistant to Drs. Maude Robinson and Sharon Didier. It was my responsibility to set-up laptop computers and to assist these professors and their students, as need- ed. Professor Robinson invited me to her lectures. She treated me as a student, not just a worker. She gave me handouts and invited me to ask questions. This was great. Whenever I encountered Dr. Robinson on campus, she always greeted me with a smile, and asked me how I was doing in my class- es. Her spirit was encouraging and it was my hope and plan that one day I would actually take one of her classes. On May 16, 2005, as I checked my e-mail, I learned that Dr. Maude Robinson had passed away. I tried not to cry, I had homework to do. But I did cry, for Dr. Robinson and for myself. When a teacher dies, information is lost. When a good teacher dies, so much more goes with that teacher. The spirit of that educator and zest for sharing knowledge is gone forever.

Most of my work as a Teacher's Assistant was with Dr. Sharon Didier. Dr. Didier is a remarkable edu- cator. She challenges her students to work and learn. Her enthusiasm and interest propels one to suc- ceed. Dr. Didier, like Dr. Robinson, extended a hand of inclusion and enabled me to learn whole- heartedly. Whenever I meet Professor Didier on campus, we talk and she always inquires about my progress and offers kind words of encouragement.

In all, I have had countless positive experiences at St. Joseph's College. I have met wonderful and inter- esting people. I have learned many things from textbooks and the professors and some within myself. Some of my coursework has helped me to heal the loss of my father. It was his passing that changed my life and put me on the path to the College.

While some colleges have an extensive campus, with rolling hills and commons, the little path that extends between Lorenzo Hall and Tuohy Hall suits me just fine!

REFLECTIONS

By Christopher Valis

The Class of 2006

Graduation is not only a time to look forward to the future but also to reflect on the past. It is both a time to celebrate and to look ahead with excitement. Today, during this moment that signifies our great accomplishment, we must remember those that have inspired us.

As I prepared to graduate, I remembered how difficult the decision to continue my edu- cation was. Two short years ago, the thought of returning to school and earning my Bachelor's degree seemed as though it would never be realized. I had a variety of rea- sons for not returning. There were financial reasons, time constraints, or whatever excuse I could conjure up not to return to school. The desire to continue my education was always there, but the excuses overshadowed it. I needed encouragement and inspi- ration and lucky enough for me, I knew the perfect person who would provide it: my wife.

My wife, a St. Joseph's alumnus, encouraged and supported me to return to the world of academia. She believed that this College was the perfect place to accomplish my dreams. Armed with her inspiration, I enrolled. Immediately, I realized that I had made the right choice. The close-knit community here allowed me to be taught by great pro- fessors and to grow as a person. Professors like Daniel Beni, Bob Dunn and Rupert Campbell became more than just educators - they became mentors, and I aspire to be like them. Though this journey has not always been easy, it has been exceptionally rewarding.

All of us graduates have a similar story. Someone has influenced or inspired us along the way. Today is the perfect day to remember and appreciate them. Graduation is as much about us as it is about them. Remember, as these special people congratulate you, turn around and thank them. Today we graduate; tomorrow we must become the inspi- ration to others.

The plan was to continue my education after marriage. The birth of our first child pushed this plan to the back burner. Five years later, the birth of our second child forced this plan off the burner, down the side of the stove, and to the floor. Convention wis- dom states that life is what happens while you are busy making other plans. One divorce and two children later, I needed a real life plan. How to feed three people on one pay- check, manage quality time with the children, keep my sanity, and steal a nap on my day off, were constant issues.

Single parenthood is a self-taught pass or fail course. I quickly realized that time man- agement was the key to any successful business or social plan. Since time is the one thing we never seem to have enough of, it is important not to waste it. When I began to think of returning to college, I knew that I needed a program that would consider my life cir- cumstances: one that would make the most efficient use of my time. Saint Joseph's Col- lege seemed like the best place to re-invent my plan to complete my education. My ini- tial contact with the College was pleasant enough to assure me that I was finally on the right track. The congenial faculty and friendly atmosphere here are highly conducive to adult learning and achievement.

I have studied management theories, skills and techniques that have significantly enriched my professional life. My new plan is to graduate next year with a Baccalaure- ate degree in Organizational Management. My friends and family have supported me with constant love and encouragement. Still, I imagine my life happy even after retire- ment, working and giving back to the community the better part of my experience. And hoping after all, to catch a quick nap on my day off.

By Veronica Bullard A&P Student

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My name is Gidelle L. Snead and I came to St. Joseph's College from another col- legiate setting in the fall of 2004. My experiences at St. Joseph's have been very rewarding. Before I began my studies here, I really wasn't sure what career path would really work for me. All I knew was that I wanted to be a Nurse and a Manag- er. Then I took Human Resources Management with Professor Minnie Stanley. Her dedication to human resources and her passion for the career she loves changed my whole outlook. I have been exposed to this field in all of my past jobs and the recruit- ment and selection processes fascinate me. I work for the Health Care Union in Manhattan in the Employment Center, and her class taught me how to deal with people from different cultures and how to deal with people on all levels.

I have met many new people and have had many different experiences at St. Joseph's. Many classes taken with excellent professors have contributed to this enriched outlook. Adults In Transition with Professor Daniel Beni and Mental Health Crisis Intervention with Professor Gloria Gasper, taught me how to deal with life and to move into adulthood in an effective way. I feel that I am now more able to deal with and handle any and all changes that may come my way.

St. Joseph's has so much to offer the student who is serious about education and learning. I have no regrets about the choice I have made in coming here and I look forward to bright outcomes when my new life begins.

Gidelle L. Snead A&P Student

Life as a student at Saint Joseph's College has been a tremendous challenge. It took me several years to accomplish my educational goal, and although there were harships along the way, I have now attained my Bachelor's degree.

Thanks to the support of my family, friends and the professors at the Col- lege, I am honored to write this short tribute.

I would like to give thanks to the Most High, for without Him, none of this would have been possible.

In closing, I would say that in order to succeed, remember this quote: "To try is not to fail."

Thank You, and Success to All.

Leah Hart

The Class of 2006

ORIGINAL POETRY

By Joanne B. Anastasio

A&P Faculty Member

SHE'S ALL THAT

An old building, weathered from years of rain, snow and hot sun. She stands out proud and anxious for her new students. She cries out in joyful glee. At all, as she puts, it her precious cargo that have passed her halls. The young who have thirsted for an educuation, as she too has looked to the heavens for rain on a hot, humid day in Brooklyn. What does she see for her self, as she slips into her golden years. The brick losing its luster with age. She looks across the road to a new and updated building, sitting on a piece of foundation that has structure but holds none of her dreams. They are hers and hers alone. Only she can remem- ber the past and the beginning of her life in the year 1916 when she first stood proud and held out her arms to the rewards of education.

GRADUATION DAY

Midterms, Finals, Term Papers, is that what life is about? Where are we going in this mad dash for, as it is so greatly overstated, a better life through education. I have been under pressure for over four years to attain my goal. The big day is finally here and my gown is too short, the cap looks funny on hair that has seen better days. My family flies in from the homeland, for what: to see their daughter walk down the aisle and grab hold as tight as she can to this white piece of paper that has become her obsession. Has it just been her parents dream, when did it become hers too? Long ago, maybe it was always hers, this dream of an education. Doesn't really matter, the day of her release is finally here. Wait, what is that you say? No way, forget it. Ah, what the heck. Wasn't doing anthing any way. You say it will only be another two years. Master's Program "Let's Rock,"

Back in the day, there was a great program on television, which dealt with the return of a student to the classroom as an educator. Most of us know that the program I am speak- ing about is "Welcome Back Kotter." Well, I am that student turned educator, and I am back in the greatest College on the Eastern seaboard.

Let's take a look at the faculty. We have educators from all walks of life. Professors like William Green, Michael Connolly, Lorraine Boykin, Daniel Beni, and Gloria Gaspar, just to name a few, have been the heart and soul of our College. How about giving Vice President and Dean, Thomas Travis a round of "thank you" for all he has done to make our teaching experience a memorable one? He was also a pretty good Dean to those of us that were also fortunate to be students here.

When I moved here from Arizona in 1966, and wanted to complete my education, I researched so many colleges that it was mind-boggling. But time and time again, St. Joseph's stood out, not only for the quality of its course offerings throughout the Col- lege, but particularly for its School of Adult and Professional Education, where a mature student can experience that the return to school is an enjoyable one and can be embarked upon without feeling as if one should have done this years ago! To be able to find oneself in the future of computer science and health care. To share this journey to a better life through education!

St. Joseph's has produced great personalities and educators that are willing to go that extra mile, to make you feel at home. Almost forgot to mention, "Thanks for Welcom- ing Your Own Mr. Kotter, Joanne Anastasio, to My Dream of Being a Faculty Member at Saint Joseph's College."

Joanne B. Anastasio

A and P Faculty Member

MY EXPERIENCES AT SAINT JOSEPH'S COLLEGE By Ramon Garcia The Class of 2006

I will be completing my Bachelor of Science degree at St. Joseph's College, in January 2006, with a major in Organizational Management. I have really enjoyed attending classes, and I plan to apply to graduate school.

By far, I am most thankful to all the professors at the College. The professors at the School of Adult and Professional Education will not let you fail. Most of our professors will give you their telephone numbers and e-mail addresses, so that you can contact them anytime for any problems or questions you may have. I remember that last year, when I could not attend class due to laser eye surgery, I was able to call my professor at 1 0:00 p.m. that night. He was at home and able to brief me on the material he had taught earlier that day.

That was wonderful, but I still thank him every time I see him. Here at St. Joseph's Col- lege, the professors will help you out - not a teaching assistant. It seems to me that here, the professors care about your success.

The second thing that I like most about our College is the small class size. Prior to enrolling at St. Joseph's, I attended another area university. I dropped out after two days. I was in a class of 300 students. Granted, I could have taken the class and passed the examinations, but I do believe that I wouldn't have learned a thing there. Here at St. Joseph's the professors know my name. I am not a number. I can ask my professors as many questions as I want. Their aim is to make certain that the students actually learn something.

To my thinking, a degree is a piece of paper that you can hang on the wall. Any college or university can give you that. Here at St. Joseph's college, you gain knowledge.

Sister Elizabeth A. Hill, J. D. President

Sister Loretta McGrann

Ph.D.

Vice President for

Academic Affairs

THOMAS G.TRAVIS, Ph.D.

Vice President and Dean

School of Adult and Professional Education

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Dear Graduate,

The graduation season is a special time, filled with feelings of accomplishment, fond memories, and anticipation about the future. It is also a time for reflection about what it is that we have learned and what we are going to do with that learning as we move forward with our lives.

This reflection does not take place in a vacuum. Our lives are not lived in isolation. We are connected with family, friends, and co-workers. We are also a part of a larger community, and the events therein have a profound effect on how we view the world and how we choose to live our lives in all its dimensions.

This year we have seen the tragedy of Katrina, where the disparities along socio-economic and color lines show that as a society we have not done enough to eliminate oppression and to safeguard the most vulnerable in our midst. This was also the year which saw the passing of Coretta Scott King and Rosa Parks. It reminded us of a time when courageous people risked all for what they believed. And it underscored the transforming power of seemingly small, humble acts performed with pride in the advancement of a righteous cause.

So as we prepare to leave the community of St. Joseph's, where we have been exposed to the liberating ideals asso- ciated with higher education, and where we have shared and learned from faculty and students with diverse back- grounds and experiences, let us commit ourselves to the cause of helping others — wherever we encounter them — live better, fuller, and freer lives.

In closing, I would like to offer congratulations to you as we mark the attainment of your degree. You have every rea- son to be proud and joyful. I would also like to extend a word of appreciation to Daniel Beni, Susie James, Linda Fonte, and Karen Williams for the work they have done to make this year's Achievements such a success. I hope it will serve as a fitting reminder of your years at St. Joseph's College.

Sincerely,

Thomas G. Travis

Vice President and Dean

School of Adult and Professional Education

SCHOOL OF ADULT AND PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION
	ADMINISTRATION AND STAFF
	2005-2006
LYNN BARNA	EILEEN MULLEN	CARMEN IRIZARRY
SHIRLEY DAVIS-LEWIS	BEVERLY BALBIRSINGH-NUNEZ JEFFREY JONES
NARDGEDESIR	KAREN PANE	ELLIOT SMALL
ANGELA DIAZ	MILAGROS ROSARIO-SUMMERS
LINDA FONTE	THOMAS G. TRAVIS	STUDENT WORKERS
GRISEL GOLDMAN	ROGER VERNON	AMY CRUZ
MARIE JAMES	CECILIA VIDAL	EMILY DURAN
SUSIE JAMES	KAREN WILLIAMS	JAZLYN DURAN
BARBARA JANUSZ	MONIKA WOJCIECHOWSKI MERCEDES DURAN
MICHELLE JUBERT	ALLISON WRIGHT	YESENIAESPINAL
BARBARA KULLER		ADAM MACE
FABIOLA LAMARQUE	ACADEMIC COUNSELORS
SISTER CAROLE LESSARD	CORRINNEALPERT	JOSIANEPELUSO
ANNE MARIE MACE	ANGELOBERARDI	SALLY SOLIS
SADIE MCMILLAN	ROBERT DUNN	ATHENA THOMAS
TATIANAMEJIC	CHRISTINA GRYZIEC	SERGINEVOLOT
BEATRICE MINARDI	DEBORAH KELLEY	TIFFANI WRIGHT
KIMBERLYMULDOON	ELIZABETH VALENTINE FACULTY
KELECHIAKAZI	TATEK EWART	Lecturer in Community Health & Human	Health Administration
Lecturer in Organizational Management	Lecturer in General Studies	Services	DIANE PRADENHAUER
JOANNE ANASTASIO	LORNAFAIRWEATHER	LEONARD JORDAN, JR	Preceptor in General Studies
Lecturer in Community Health & Human	Lecturer in Health Administration	Lecturer in Organizational Management	ROBERT POLITO
Services	BR ROBERT FERGUSON	MARYJOYNER	Preceptor in General Studies
DOREEN ANDERSON	Lecturer in General Studies	Lecturer in Community Health & Human	JAMES QUACKENBUSH
Lecturer in Organizational Management	MARIA FLETCHER	Services	Lecturer in General Studies
ROGER ARCHIBALD	Assistant Professor of Nursng	BIBIKASSIM	ROSA LEE RAINES
Preceptor in Health Administration	JAMES FLOURNOY	Lecturer in Health Administration	Lecturer in Community Health & Human
HOLLY ARGENT-TARIO	Lecturer in Community Health & Human	WILLIAM KELLER	Services
Preceptor in Community Health & Human	Services	Assistant Professor of Business	ALAN RAMLAL
Services	LINDA F FONTE	Administration	Preceptor in Mathematics/Computer
E. JANE BECKWITH	Preceptor in General Studies	KATHLEEN KENNEDY	Science
Assistant Professor of Art	STANLEY FOX	Lecturer in Health Administration	BARBARA SANDS
DANIEL BENI	Associate Professor of Business	TAE SOOK KIM	Associate Professor/Director of Nursing
Preceptor in General Studies	DEBRAFREEDMAN	Assistant Professor of Nursing	Program
ANGELOBERARDI	Preceptor in Mathematics/Computer	ALEXIS KUERBIS	YVONNE SCOTT
Preceptor in General Studies	Science	Lecturer in Community Health & Human	Preceptor in Community Health & Human
JEAN BLACK	JOHANNA FROST-JOHNSEN	Services	Services
Preceptor in Health Administration	Preceptor in General Studies	ROSEMARIE LAMAR	ELLIOT SMALL
LORRAINE BOYKIN	JORGE FUENTES	Preceptor in Organizational Management	Preceptor in Mathematics/Computer
Professor/Chairperson of Community	Preceptor in Community Health & Human	MICHAEL LATIMER	Science
Health & Human Services	Services	Preceptor in General Studies	KARL SMITH
LORRAINE BROWN	GLORIA GASPER	ALBERT LEAVITT	Lecturer in Organizational Management
Instructor of Nursing	Preceptor in Community Health & Human	Preceptor in Health Administration	CLARENCE STANLEY
MILLICENT BUDHAI-ROBINSON	Services	LINDA LOMBARDI	Preceptor in Organizational Management
Preceptor in Organizational Management	HAYWARDGILL. JR	Lecturer in Health Administration	MINNIE STANLEY
LORRAINE CAMPBELL	Preceptor in Community Health & Human	ROBERT MAROSE	Preceptor in Organizational Management
Lecturer in Community Health & Human	Services	Associate Professor in Organizational	SYLVIA STORCH
Services	ABBY GORDON	Management	Preceptor in General Studies
RUPERT CAMPBELL	Lecturer in Community Health & Human	STEVEN MARRON	ANTHONY SUMMERS
Assistant Professor/Coordinator of	Services	Lecturer in Organizational Management	Preceptor in Health Administration
Organizational Management	GARY GRAVES	GERALDINE MARTINEZ	ST ACEY TEMPLE
JOHNCAPELA	Lecturer in Community Health & Human	Lecturer in General Studies	Lecturer in General Studies
Assistant Professor of Business	Services	MICHAEL MAURO	JOAN THOMPSON
BARBARA CARLSTROM	CYNTHIA-JOAN GUEVARA	Preceptor in General Studies	Preceptor in Community Health & Human
Assistant Professor of Nursing	Lecturer in Community Health & Human	Patrick Mccarty	Servcices
JOHN CASSILLO	Services	Lecturer in General Studies	RICHARD TORZ
Lecturer in General Studies	EDWARD HAREWOOD	THOMAS McCORMACK	Associate Professor in Economics
JOSEPH CHAN	Lecturer in Mathematics/Computer	Lecturer in General Studies	WILLIAM WALL
Lecturer in Accounting	Science	CAROL McDERMOTT	Lecturer in General Studies
GEORGE CHERUBINI	CRYSTAL HARRIS	Preceptor in Mathematics/Computer	CORINE WALWYN
Lecturer in Organizational Management	Preceptor in Community Health & Human	Science	Lecturer in Accounting
STAN CHU	Services	CINDY MERCER	STEPHANIE WATERS
Assistant Professor, Accounting	DONALD HARRIS	Preceptor in General Studies	Lecturer in Organizational Management
MICHAEL CONNOLLY	Lecturer in General Studies	ABU BAKER MOHAMED	GLORIA WHITE-HARRIS
Preceptor in General Studies	VICTOR HERBERT	Preceptor in Mathematics/Computer	Preceptor in Health Administration
DADRA CRUMP	Lecturer in General Studies	Science	MONIKA WOJCIECHOWSKI
Lecturer in Organizational Management	THOMAS HORAN	EILEEN MULLEN	Lecturer in General Studies
RAYMOND D'ANGELO	Preceptor in Organizational Management	Preceptor in General Studies	BOASYU
Professor of Sociology	KARLENE JACKSON-THOMPSON	D. THOMAS NAPOLITANO	Instructor of Nursing
ANNETTE DENNIS	Lecturer in General Studies	Preceptor in Organizational Management
Lecturer in Organizational Management	MARTIN JAFFE	LUKE NAWROCKI
ANGELA DIAZ	Lecturer in Organizational Management	Lecturer in General Studies
Preceptor in Organizational Management	EILEEN JAHN	PETER NIEMANN
SHARON DIDIER	Assistant Professor in Organizational	Lecture in Sociology
Preceptor in Organizational Management	Management	ROBERT NOBILE
ROBERTO DIPIETRO	SHARON L. JAMES	Assistant Professor in Organizational
Lecturer in General Studies	Preceptor in Health Administration	Management
ARTHUR DOLAN	ANTOINEJANNIERE	ALINAOCASIO
Preceptor in Community Health & Human	Preceptor in Organizational Management	Lecturer in Health Administration
Services	FLORENCE JERDAN	DESMOND PALMER
ROBERT DUNN	Associate Professor of Nursing	Lecturer in General Studies
ptor m General Studies	GUY JOHNSON	CHARLES PENDOLA
RENCEENOS	Lecturer in Community Health & Human	Preceptor in Health Administration
' '3> hematics/Computer	Services	LAUREN PETE
	JEFF JONES	Assistant Professor/Chairperson of

ADMINISTRATION AND STAFF 2005-2006

Thomas G. Travis, PH.D. Vice President and Dean

Eileen Mullen Associate Dean

Lynn Barna

Lorraine Boykin

Rupert Campbell

Angela Diaz

Linda Fonte

Grisel Goldman

Susie James

Barbara Janusz

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Sr. Carole Lessard

Anne Marie Mace

Sadie McMillan

Josiane Peluso

Lauren Pete

Joel Lopez-Perez

Monika Wojciechowski

Allison Wright

Cecilia Vidal, Lynn Barna, Barbara Janusz, Tatiana Mejic and Ana Medrano ACADEMIC ADVISORS

Corinne Alpert

Angelo Berardi

Christina Gryziec

Carmen Irizarry

Jeffery Jones

TECHNOLOGY STAFF

Kevin Hutchinson

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Joseph Spadaro

LIBRARY STAFF

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WEEKEND STAFF

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CAFETERIA STAFF

HerminiaAlbaladejo Anthony Mesa Patricia Morales

Evodio Salazar

Tomas Salazar

Roger Archibald

Holly Argent-Tariq

Daniel Beni

Jean Black

Lorraine Boykin

Rupert Campbell

Michael Connolly

Angela Diaz

Sharon Didier

Arthur Dolan

laureen Dugan

Robert Dunn

Marguerite Durkin Clarence Enos Lorna Fairweather

laria Fletcher

Linda Fonte

Debra Freedman

Johanna Frost-Johnsen

Hayward Gill

Crystal Harris

Gloria Gasper

Donald Harris

!homas Horan

Martin Jaffe

Eileen Jahn

Sharon James

Antoine Janniere

William "Coty" Keller

Tae Sook Kim

Dmitriy Kupis

Rose Marie Lamar

Michael Latimer

Albert Leavitt

Judith Lovell

Robert Marose

Michael Mauro

Patrick McCarty

Carol McDermott

Abu-Baker Mohamed

Stacey Murphy

Patricia Murray

Thomas Napolitano

Peter Neimann

Robert Nobile

Elizabeth Pete

Lauren Pete

Robert Polito

Rosa Lee Raines

Alan Ramlal

Erica Seppala

Eliott Smal

Clarence Stanley

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Joan Thompson

Gloria White-Harris

Sylvia Storch

Richard Torz

Anthony Summers

William Wall

Alan Ramlal and his Computer Science Students

GRADUATES OF THE CLASS OF 2006 MASTER OF SCIENCE

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Inga Moe

Ruth Munoz

Rita Joanne Nascimento

Alison Persaud

Clara Eunice Pieterson

Sabrina H. Oatman

Quetzy Rivera

Rachael B. Saibu

Marion Smith

EXECUTIVE MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

Elizabeth Critchlow

Emma Umania Etokakpan

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Roxanna Dominique De Shong Kiley Dinkins

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Andrea R Dublin

Aklima Ellis

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Hilda Marie Frith Ramon Domingo Garcia

Veronica Sarpong Goddard Pauline V. Grant

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Elliot Small discusses computer applications utilized at the work- place.

Rupert Campbell (Center) reviews key concepts with his process of management students.

Anthony Summers assists students to acquire health care administration skills.

PHOTOS BY JACQUELINE MASON CLASS OF 2006

Arthur Dolan reviews arguments sub- mitted by his students in critical think- ing.

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Elsa Jacob

Marlene Jean-Francois

Ronald Jean-Francois Cathy C. Joachim

Latitha John

Alpatima Johnson-Creekmore Edward James Johnson

Carolyn Y. Jones

Jannet Joy Kerr

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Alice Lang

Cherly London

Sarah M. Manning

Jacqueline Mason Chantay Monique Miller Betsy Ann Miller

I've done it. Me, now a graduate! I'm filled with happiness. Life at Saint Joseph's College has been rewarding both academically and socially. This is a life long memory of a won- derful accomplishment, that I will forever cherish. However, I couldn't have done it with- out the support of my families, friends and the wonderful staff at Saint Joseph's. I want each of you to know how much I appreciate the assistance that you each gave me through this rewarding and fulfilling journey.

First, I want to thank God for this extraordinary experience. Bhaggia Ramprashad, my grandmother, who brought me to this beautiful land of opportunities. Randy, my husband, for making me strong and for making me believe that I can accomplish anything I put my mind to. Randy Jr., my son, for inspiring me. Susan, my mom, for instilling in me the importance of education. Ignatius, my dad, for my emotional intelligence.

Second, I would like to thank my brothers, my sister, my father-in-law and my mother-in- law. Renny, Ravi, Rishi, Samantha and Annette for all the help with my son R.J. I truly appreciate it. I feel blessed to have such loving relatives to assist me with my son, especially when I needed it the most.

Last, but not least, I would like to thank my colleagues for being team players and friends. And the staff at Saint Joseph's for being so remarkable. Thanks for all the guidance and assistance. It is greatly appreciated.

(P.S. Special thanks to Dr. Sharon Didier, Dr. Coty Keller, Dr. Richard Torz and Dr. .Robert Marose for a diverse learning experience. And Professor Daniel Beni, thank you for giving me this opportunity to express myself).

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ST. JOSEPH'S COLLEGE
SCHOOL OF ADULT AND PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION
BROOKLYN CAMPUS
CANDIDATES FOR JUNE 2006 GRADUATION
MASTER OF SCIENCE	EXECUTIVE MASTER OF
	BUSINESS
Beverly Balbirsingh-Nunez	ADMINISTRATION
James Vincent Butler
Sharloma Coppage	Kenneth V. Achan
Nerlyne Desrameaux	Debra Blackman
Michelle Lorraine Simone	Maureen B. Blaize
Fraser	James Vincent Butler
Sharon Holmes	Sharloma Coppage
Sharon Itwaru	Elizabeth Critchlow
Christine M. Lafontant	Emma Umana Etokakpan
Alain Laurent	Maureen R. Francis
David Lynch	Michelle Lorraine Simone
Dorothy J. Martin	Fraser
Ketema S. Mason	Jason R. Johnson
Monica Mathelier	Clifford Ian Lawrence Jones
Todd Mayes	Joseph C. Keitt Jr.
Brian Mendoza	Christine M. Lafontant
Inga Moe	Alain Laurent
Ruth G. Murioz	Dorothy J. Martin
Rita Joanne Nascimento	Adel Saleh
Sabrina H. Oatman	Peter Scaminaci
Alison Persaud	Swapnil Shah
Clara Eunice Pieterson	Magalie Stephen-St. Victor
Quetzy Rivera
Rachael B. Saibu
Adel Saleh
William D.Sharp
Avis J. Smith
Marion Smith
Thania T. Thorne
Mona Bridget Young

	ST. JOSEPH'S COLLEGE
SCHOOL OF ADULT AND PROFE< SIONAL EDUCATION
	BROOKLYN CAMPUS
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE
CANDIDATES FOR JUNE 2006 GRADUATION
Julia Ann Acampora	Norma June Guy	Alisa M. Pittman
Wray S. Adams	Sharon Grace Hamilton	John Punchakunnel
Deborah Aderin	Leah Hart	Mercedes E. Rankin
Louis Chizoba Aghanwa	Vincent Ricardo Henriquez	Vallerie Rivera
Duane Don-Lee Andall	Kevin Hutchinson	Tina L. Roberts
Corinthians B. Andrews	PetraH. Jackson	Althea Venietta McKenzie
Lisa Marie Baez	Elsa Jacob	Robinson
Jacqueline K. Bailey	Marlene Jean-Francois	Claudia P. Robinson
Dian M. Baptiste	Ronald Jean-Francois	Denise A. Rogers
Dianne Barrow	Cathy C. Joachim	Yael Rosenberg
Marion Lenora Barrow	Lalitha John	Hope Aldith Margaret Russell
Marina Berezovski	Altatina Lorraine Johnson	Henry S. Sautner
Alexandra Bernard	Edward James Johnson	Dennis Savano
Fitzroy S. Blackstock	Carolyn Y. Jones	Antonia Erna Scanterbury
Claudette Blackwood	Jannet Joy Kerr	Faisal Shabbir
Janice A. Bonyun	Mark Krasnov	Farije Sheridan
Linda Scott Chamberlain	Sandra C. Lajeune	John Nimley Sie
James Ronald Chambers	Albertina Lalla	Shirley Simmonds
Miriam J. Chapman	Alice M. Lang	RenataSlavutskiy
Sheila Loretta Charles	Stuart A. Layne	Robin Regina Sledge
Florine Cherubin	Gloria Lewis-Bailey	Marie Francoise Souffrant
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Sherry Andrea Cockfield	Mentor Lila	Judith A. Stone
AlicjaCuglewska	David Lloret	Latoya Sundack
Sophie Damas	Cheryl A. London	Leslie Yvonne Taylor
Judith Daniel-Johnson	Glafcos Ruben Lopez	Susan Angela Tenteromano
Christie M. Davis	Sharon Ann Lyons	Alexandra A. Torres
Armando DeLeon	Carol Macchia	Angelica Torrico
Claudette M. Lafleur Delphonse	Sarah M. Manning	Christopher Edward Valis
Onofrio J. DeMattia	Judy Harrietta Marshall	Mary Ellen VanUiter
Roxanna Dominique DeShong	Janet Marte	Anne Marie B. Verbil
Marina Del Carmen Diaz	Taisha Senora McGill	Doreen Votta
Kiley Dinkins	Marino E. Mercedes	Claudette E.Wallace
Glenn Diresto	Lynne Mgbeme	Wendy Wallaston
Marcia R. Dixon	Chantay Monique Miller	Renata Warchol
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Natacha Dorval	Sasha Nacola Milward	Lawrence Webb Jr.
Andrea P. Dublin	Loretta M. Moorehead	Paula R.White
Charmaine Carol Duncan	Caroll Moreira	Rosalind Veneta White
Aklima Ellis	Anthony Mottola	Zeronia White-Brown
Rosemary Fiore	Freddy Napoleoni	Lynnlieth Courtney Williams
Katarzyna Franczak	Maria J. Nazario-Rivera	Pappie Williams
Hilda Marie Frith	Scott R. O'Brien	Brian Winant
Leonard Gabourel	Terence G. O'Brien	MindyJ. Wirth
Ramon Domingo Garcia	Moses Odjodu	Denise Roberta Witherspoon
Veronica Sarpong Goddard	William F. O'Donohue	Willie James Witherspoon
Rose M. Goulbourne	Donald H. Patterson	Bibi Shattiroon Yusuff
Pauline V. Grant	Belbina Pereira	John Francis Zeman
Michelle Greaves	HuldaA. Philip
Sandra Audrey Green	Magalie Phillips
Ewa Grzywacz	Adela P. Pierre

ITS OVER. LETS CELEBRATE

By James R. Chambers

The Class of 2006

Days of testing and long classroom lectures

Mr. Anxiety attacks

Novel sized documents are due to be handed in, yesterday

Burning the midnight oil

Coffee has been the lover that I couldn't leave

Books scattered about, my new found furniture

Stressed and stretched pockets

Loss of weight, hair and almost my mind, excuse me what's today?

Study groups galore

Researching everything from A to Z

Professors, professors & more professors

Remember this date

It's Over, Let's Celebrate

I stretch my arms and I breath again

I lean back in my chair and smile again

I close my eyes and dream again

I lie in bed and sleep again

I shed a few tears and thank God, again

It 's Over, Let's Celebrate

DR. MAUDE ELOISE ROBINSON

In Memoriam

January 1 8, 1 927-May 5, 2005

Dr. Maude Eloise Robinson, a recipient of two Ph. D. degrees, a Post- Masters degree in Gerontology, a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and a third Bachelor's degree in Theology, taught at St. Joseph's College School of Adult and Professional Education from September 1 977 to May 2005. Education was a priority to her and she devoted her career to helping others. Her passion and love for helping people to become their best self led her through hospital corridors, and operating and emergency rooms as a registered nurse and nursing instructor. Her desire to share her education and experience led her from the hospital room to the classroom.

Dr. Robinson began her teaching career at Hunter College and in 1 977 she graced us with her presence, here at St. Joseph's College. She brought a wealth of knowledge and experiences that she eagerly shared in the classroom and in the office. Her love for St. Joseph's was always visible in the humble way she served our students, faculty and staff members; and further through her gigantic smile and pride as she carried the Mace on Graduation day. Some students described her as:

"An excellent professor; extremely fair and encouraging. She is excited about teaching, sensitive and a genuine delight. Her passion is evident; she teaches and leads by example. I will always remember her. "

Thank you, Dr. Maude E. Robinson for giving of yourself as our teacher, our mentor, our role model, and our friend. We are all better because you touched our lives.

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I am a mother of three (ages 14, 12, 3) and have recently completed my college degree. The last class I had to take was Sociology!

The teacher was absolutely inspiring with the qualities that I wish every human being had been graced with.

Her last project of the term was called "Smile."

The class was asked to go out and smile at everyone and say hello anyway; so I thought this would be a piece of cake, literally.

Soon after we were assigned to the project my husband, youngest son, and I went out to McDonald's on crisp March morning.

It was just our way of sharing special playtime with our son.

We were standing in line, waiting to be served, when all of a sudden everyone around us began to back away, and then even my husband did.

I did not move an inch ... an overwhelming feeling of panic welled up inside of me as I turned to see why they had moved.

As I turned around I smelled a horrible "dirty body" smell, and there standing behind me were two homeless men.

As I looked down at the short gentlemen, close to me; he was "smiling."

His beautiful blue were full of God's light as he searched for acceptance.

He said, "Good day" as he counted the few coins he had been clutching.

The second man fumbled with his hands as he stood behind his friend. I realized the second was men- tally challenged and the blue-eyed gentleman was his salvation.

I held my tears as I stood there with them.

The young lady at the counter asked him what they wanted.

He said, "Coffee is all Miss" because that was all they could afford. (If they wanted to sit in the restau- rant and warm up, they had to buy something. He just wanted to be warm.)

Then I felt it - the compulsion was so great I almost reached out and embraced the little man with the blue eyes.

That is when I noticed all eyes in the restaurant were set on me, judging my every action.

I smiled, and asked the young lady behind the counter to give me two more breakfast meals on a sep- arate tray.

I then walked around the corner to the table that the men had chosen as a resting spot. I put the tray on the table and laid my hand on the blue-eyed gentleman's cold hand.

He looked up at me, with tears in his eyes, and said, "Thank you."

I leaned over, began to put his hand in mine, and said, "I did not do this for you. God is here working through me to give you hope."

I started to cry as I walked away to join my husband and son. When I sat down my husband smiled at me and said, "That is why God gave you to me, Honey, to give me hope."

We held hands for a moment and at that time, we knew that only because of the Grace that we had been given were we able to give.

We are not churchgoers, but we are believers.

That day showed me the pure Light of God's sweet life. I returned to college, on the last evening of class, with this story in hand.

I turned in "my project" and the instructor read it.

Then she looked up at me and said, "Can I share this?"

I slowly nodded as she got the attention of the class.

She began to read and that is when I knew that we as human beings and being part of God, share this need to heal people and to be healed.

In my own way, I had touched the people at McDonald's, my husband, son, instructor, and every soul that shared the classroom on the last night I spent as a college student.

I graduated with one of the biggest lessons I would ever learn: UNCONDITIONAL ACCEPTANCE.

Much love and compassion is sent to each and every person who may read this and learn TO LOVE PEOPLE AND USE THINGS - NOT LOVE THINGS AND USE PEOPLE.

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ALL OF US AT ST. JOSEPH'S COLLEGE WISH YOU GREAT SUCCESS IN ALL YOU UNDERTAKE, MAY YOUR ACHIEVEMENTS BE BRIGHT AND BOLD AND THE HAPPY MEMORIES OF YOUR SCHOOL EXPERIENCE LAST A LIFETIME.


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1 30,000 National Guard troops are deployed. Gas prices spike to as high as $5 per gallon.

2 President Bush visits Louisiana and signs a $10.5 billion relief bill. Nearly 154,000 evacuees arrive in Texas.

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6 President Bush and Congress pledge to investigate the flawed disaster response.

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23 Thousands evacuate eastern Texas and the 9th Ward of New Orleans floods once again after levees are overrun.

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Homes across the country are opened to families left homeless in the wake of Hurricane Katrina.

Thousands of volunteers help Habitat for Humanity rebuild homes in Louisiana. Mississippi and Alabama.

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the 17th Chief Justice of the United States Supreme Court following the death of William Rehnquist.

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■ Despite his years of anti-gang advocacy while in prison, on December 13, former Crips gang leader Stanley "Tookie" Williams is executed by lethal injection for four 1979 murders.

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• Hikers scaling Mount Mendel Glacier in California discover the remains of Leo Mustonen, a World War II airman whose plane crashed in 1942.

■ U.S. scientist Gregory Olsen pays $20 million for a trip to the International Space Station aboard the Russian Soyuz spacecraft.

■ The ruins of what may be the oldest Christian church, built in the third or fourth century A.D., are discovered on the grounds of Megiddo Prison in northern Israel in November.

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an 1 8-year-old from Birmingham, Alabama, becomes the lead story for every major news outlet after her disappearance while vacationing in Aruba.

In August, American anti-Iraq War activist Cindy Sheehan, whose son Casey was killed in action in 2003. holds an extended demonstration at a peace camp outside President George W. Bush's Texas ranch.

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▼ Praised by critics and audiences alike, Peter Jackson's remake of the 1933 classic King Kong becomes a giant box-office success.

Golden Globe Best Actress nominee Keira Knightley shines in the hit movie Pride and Prejudice, based on the 1813 Jane Austen novel.

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*• In February 2006, figure skater Sasha Cohen leads the U.S. Olympic Team into the XX Olympic Winter Games in Torino, Italy.

Danica Patrick, 23-year-old race driver, wins Rookie of the Year honors in both the Indy Racing League's IndyCar Series and at the Indianapolis 500, where she finishes fourth.

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* Swiss tennis superstar Roger Federer wins two Grand Slam titles, at Wimbledon and the U.S. Open, along with all four ATP Masters Series events.

▼ Civil rights pioneer Rosa Parks dies at 92 in Detroit. Parks' refusal in 1955 to give up her seat on an Alabama bus eventually led to laws desegregating public transportation nationally.

* Beloved "Gilligan's Island" funnyman Bob Denver dies of cancer at 70. Although only 98 episodes of the popular sitcom were made, Denver was typecast as the nutty Gilligan his entire career.

■ Kristin Cavallari, featured on the MTV reality show "Laguna Beach," becomes one of Hollywood's hottest young personalities.

*■ Chinese actress Ziyi Zhang shines in the lead role of Sayuri in the film adaptation of the acclaimed Arthur Golden novel Memoirs of a Geisha.

Actor Tom Cruise, 43, makes headlines all year with his controversial views on psychiatry, his new love, actress Katie Holmes, and his couch gymnastics on CBS's "The Oprah Winfrey Show" and NBC's "Tonight Show with Jay Leno."

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► Actor-comedian Richard Pryor dies at 65 in December. Pryor's concerts and movies in the 70s and '80s inspired performers like Eddie Murphy, Arsenio Hall and Robin Williams.

•*■ Peter Jennings, anchor of ABC's "World News Tonight," dies of lung cancer in August. The popular TV journalist held the anchor position for 22 years.

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Coretta Scott King, legendary civil rights advocate and widow of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.. dies in January 2006. She was 78.

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